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Cozy Browned Butter Blondies with Gooey Caramel Swirl

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These blondies feature a rich, nutty browned butter flavor combined with gooey caramel swirls, creating a soft and chewy treat perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 1/4 cups (250g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) soft caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly as it melts and foams, then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter and packed light brown sugar. Stir well until blended. Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until smooth and shiny.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Make the batter: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until incorporated; do not overmix. Batter will be thick and glossy.
  5. Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal. Pour batter into pan and smooth the top evenly.
  6. Add caramel swirl: Dollop spoonfuls of soft caramel sauce over batter surface. Gently swirl caramel through batter with a knife or skewer to create marbled pockets without over-swirling.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Center should look slightly soft.
  8. Cool and serve: Let blondies cool in pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes. Use parchment overhang to lift out and cut into squares.

Notes

Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning; stir constantly and watch for a nutty aroma. Do not overmix the batter to keep blondies tender. Swirl caramel gently to maintain gooey pockets. Start checking doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. Cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices. For dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter and use dairy-free caramel sauce.

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